Chick-fil-A Kids Menu: Nuggets, Grilled Nuggets & Sides for Little Appetites

How the Chick-fil-A Kids Menu Works

The Chick-fil-A Kids Menu is built around one idea: give younger guests smaller portions of the same chicken adults love, plus sides and drinks sized for smaller appetites. Everything comes in kid-friendly packaging that’s easy to carry, hold, and eat from in the car or at the table.

Instead of building a full-size combo, parents and caregivers can pick a kids meal centered on classic Chick-fil-A Nuggets or higher-protein Grilled Nuggets, then choose a side and drink that fits their child’s eating style. It’s the same core menu you see in our full Chick-fil-A menu and price guide, just scaled and packaged for kids.

In this guide, we’ll walk through each kids meal, prices, approximate calories, and how to make smart choices with sides, drinks and sauces—whether you’re building a quick stop on the way to school or adding kids meals into a larger Chick-fil-A Family Meal for everyone.

Chick-fil-A Kids Meals at a Glance

All Chick-fil-A Kids Meals follow the same structure: a smaller portion of chicken, a side, a drink, and fun kid packaging. The main difference is whether you pick classic crispy nuggets or grilled ones, and whether you go with a 4-count or 6-count portion.

*Calories vary depending on side, drink and sauce selections.

Breaking Down Each Chick-fil-A Kids Meal

Even though the portion sizes are smaller, each Chick-fil-A Kids Meal still uses the same chicken and sides you’ll find elsewhere on the menu. The main difference is how big the serving is and how you pair it with sides and drinks.

4-Count Nuggets Kids Meal

The 4-count is a good fit for younger kids or lighter eaters. It uses the same crispy Chick-fil-A Nuggets adults order—just fewer pieces. With a side and drink, it’s enough to feel like a “real meal” without overwhelming smaller appetites.

6-Count Nuggets Kids Meal

The 6-count adds a couple more nuggets for kids who are growing fast or arrive extra hungry. It’s still smaller than a full adult meal but closer to what older kids might want, especially when paired with waffle fries and sauce.

Grilled Nuggets Kids Meal

For parents who prefer a lighter option, the Grilled Nuggets Kids Meal replaces breaded nuggets with grilled chicken pieces. Calories usually come in lower overall, especially if you pair it with a lighter side like a Chick-fil-A Fruit Cup and a water or milk-based drink.

Side & Drink Choices on the Kids Menu

Side and drink choices are where the calorie range shifts the most. The same kids meal can look very different nutritionally depending on whether you go all-in on fries and lemonade or mix in fruit and milk.

Typical Drink Choices

• Milk or chocolate milk (kid-sized)
• Apple juice or juice box options
• Water or small fountain drinks
• Lemonade in kid-friendly sizes (where offered)

If you’re trying to keep calories closer to the lower end of the ranges listed above, pairing a grilled nuggets kids meal with a Fruit Cup and water or milk is a simple, balanced combination.

Understanding Kids Meal Calories & Nutrition

Because sides, drinks and sauces can change the final numbers so much, the best way to think about Chick-fil-A Kids Meals is by building them in layers: protein first, then sides, then drinks and sauces.

For a more “everyday” kids meal, many parents choose grilled nuggets, a Fruit Cup, and milk or water. For a “treat day,” fries and a sweeter drink can make the meal feel more like a special occasion while still staying within kids-meal-sized portions.

Kids Meals vs Sharing Adult Meals

Some families split adult meals between kids; others prefer to order dedicated kids meals. The Chick-fil-A Kids Menu usually makes sense when you want predictable portion sizes, dedicated packaging, and a drink included for each child.

For bigger groups and older kids, you can also blend kids meals with a larger Chick-fil-A Family Meal setup—using kids meals for the youngest eaters and shared trays of nuggets and sides for everyone else.

Kids Meals & the Chick-fil-A Breakfast Menu

While the official kids meals are usually centered around lunch and dinner, many families still bring kids through during breakfast hours. In those cases, it’s helpful to know what lighter or kid-friendly options exist on the Chick-fil-A Breakfast Menu.

Options like mini chicken biscuits, yogurt parfaits (in some locations), and Fruit Cups can fill the same role as kids meals: smaller, more manageable portions that still feel special when you’re grabbing breakfast on the go.

How to Order from the Chick-fil-A Kids Menu Like a Pro

Because kids meals are customizable, a little planning makes ordering smoother—especially when you’re managing multiple kids and preferences at once.

• Decide nuggets vs grilled first: Pick whether each child is getting classic nuggets or grilled nuggets before you reach the speaker or checkout.
• Pre-pick sides: Choose whether this is a fries day, a fruit day, or a mix of both.
• Set a drink pattern: For example, milk or water on school days, and juice or lemonade on weekends.
• Use the Chick-fil-A app: Save favorite kids-meal combinations so reordering is just a couple of taps.
• Check local options & hours: Use our guide to Chick-fil-A locations near you to confirm what kids meal sides and drinks are available in your area.